Fist Bump Friday with our friends from AES! These students demonstrated responsibility around the school and were chosen to join us. The Junior High and High school students were all smiles as they were greeted by these little Rockets. 👊🏻🚀.
Big shoutout to all our awesome Rockridge substitutes! Thank you for jumping in, helping out, and keeping things running when we need you most. We seriously couldn’t do it without you.
Thanks for being part of the Rockridge family!
Thanks for being part of the Rockridge family!
The Macbeth dress rehearsal was spectacular! Our students are incredible. See them Live tonight & tomorrow, 7 PM in the Auditorium. #PrincipalPerk
The dual credit speech class through Blackhawk College took a field trip to AES! The high schoolers gave speeches about being Grateful, which is this month's focus for AES's Character Strong program. Thank you, Ms. Hatchel, for helping our Big Rockets with writing and practicing their speeches. Thank you, Little Rockets, for being such great listeners and having good questions! I wish teachers, coaches, parents, family members, and friends could have heard these speeches on how thankful these kids are. They never fail to impress. #RocketsRock
The Rockets 8th grade boys team fell to Orion 38-25 tonight.
The Varsity Girls Basketball team fell tonight against Orion 28-26 at the buzzer. Amaya Ernat led the Rockets with 13 points.
The Rockets 7th grade girls team fell to Orion 18-9. The Rockets will open Regional play on Saturday at 9 AM in Kewanee.
The Rockets 7th grade boys basketball team knocked off Orion 36-33 in OT tonight in Orion!
Big Congrats to Coach Kyle Chandler who picked up his first career win as the Rockets Varsity Girls Basketball Coach! The Rockets knocked off Galva 47-20 and were led by Leah DeCooks 20 points.
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Staff,
We are writing to inform you that the Boil Order Advisory for the Junior High/High School building has been officially lifted.
All required water quality tests have been completed, and the results confirm that our water supply is safe for drinking, cooking, and all other uses.
Thank you once again for your cooperation, understanding, and patience during this required safety measure.
Sincerely,
Marcus Bush
Superintendent
Dear Rockridge Staff, Parents, and Students,
Following the water main break that occurred at the new elementary construction site on Friday, we are writing to provide a necessary update regarding the water status at the Junior High and High School buildings for the start of the week.
Precautionary Boil Order
Out of an abundance of caution and in conjunction with the Rock Island County Health Department, the Junior High and High School buildings will be placed under a precautionary boil order for Monday, November 17th, and Tuesday, November 18th.
This measure is being taken to allow the necessary time for thorough testing of the water system following the repair of the main. We expect to receive clearance from the Health Department following this testing period.
School Day Operations
Please be assured that we are taking all necessary steps to ensure a safe and productive learning environment during this time:
Drinking Water: The school will provide ample bottled water for all students and staff. We also strongly encourage students to bring their own reusable water bottles filled from home to supplement the supply.
Hand Hygiene: We will provide hand sanitizer in all classrooms and common areas. We want to confirm that all restrooms and toilet facilities are fully operational and in working order.
Food Service: The lack of potable tap water may require us to make temporary changes to our breakfast and lunch menus. If any changes are necessary, we will communicate these details to you as soon as possible.
We understand that this is an inconvenience, and we sincerely apologize for this disruption to your week.
Thank you once again for your incredible patience and understanding as we work through this repair process and continue toward future progress at Rockridge. We will provide a further update on the water status Tuesday evening.
Sincerely,
Marcus Bush
Superintendent
Following the water main break that occurred at the new elementary construction site on Friday, we are writing to provide a necessary update regarding the water status at the Junior High and High School buildings for the start of the week.
Precautionary Boil Order
Out of an abundance of caution and in conjunction with the Rock Island County Health Department, the Junior High and High School buildings will be placed under a precautionary boil order for Monday, November 17th, and Tuesday, November 18th.
This measure is being taken to allow the necessary time for thorough testing of the water system following the repair of the main. We expect to receive clearance from the Health Department following this testing period.
School Day Operations
Please be assured that we are taking all necessary steps to ensure a safe and productive learning environment during this time:
Drinking Water: The school will provide ample bottled water for all students and staff. We also strongly encourage students to bring their own reusable water bottles filled from home to supplement the supply.
Hand Hygiene: We will provide hand sanitizer in all classrooms and common areas. We want to confirm that all restrooms and toilet facilities are fully operational and in working order.
Food Service: The lack of potable tap water may require us to make temporary changes to our breakfast and lunch menus. If any changes are necessary, we will communicate these details to you as soon as possible.
We understand that this is an inconvenience, and we sincerely apologize for this disruption to your week.
Thank you once again for your incredible patience and understanding as we work through this repair process and continue toward future progress at Rockridge. We will provide a further update on the water status Tuesday evening.
Sincerely,
Marcus Bush
Superintendent
On Thursday the 8th grade students had an opportunity to attend the JA Inspire event. This is put on by Junior Achievement of the Heartland. Students experienced a hands-on, interactive career expo to help them launch into their futures.
Rockridge Jr High and High School will be dismissing students at 10:15 am due to a water supply disruption. All buses will go from the JH/HS to their respective elementary schools and will hold there until elementary students are dismissed at 11:30 am. Drivers and/or car riders from the JH/HS are permitted to leave at 10:15 am. Bus riders will arrive at home at their normal 11:30 dismissal time.
IESA Educators Named Illinois Outstanding Educator Award Winners / NFHS National Nominees
The Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA) is honored to announce that Curtis Fischer-Oelschlaeger of Rockridge Junior High School (Music) and Shauna Segler of Dunlap Middle School (Speech) have been selected as the Illinois Outstanding Music Educator and Outstanding Speech Educator for the 2025-26 school year!
Both individuals are the middle school state-level winners and the national nominees for the NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations) Outstanding Educator Awards. This is the first year NFHS has recognized educators at the middle school level, with national winners to be announced later in the 2025-26 school year. Nominees for the NFHS Outstanding Educator Awards must exemplify the highest standards of ethical conduct and carry the endorsement of their respective state association. An NFHS awards committee reviews nominations and selects regional award winners.
Curtis Fischer-Oelschlaeger, known as "Mr. O" has been the heart of the Rockridge Music Program for 28 years. He has hosted contests for more than 20 years, served on the IESA Music Advisory Committee, and works closely with both elementary and high school music staff to create a thriving, cohesive program. His leadership has inspired students at every level and helped Rockridge Music become one of the premier programs in Illinois.
Shauna Segler, coach of the Dunlap Middle School Speech Team, has built one of the most inclusive and dynamic junior high speech programs in the state. Each year, she welcomes 80 to 100 students, fostering confidence, camaraderie, and communication skills. Beyond coaching, Shauna has hosted numerous contests, served as a judge, and presented at the IESA Speech Workshop.
The IESA congratulates Curtis and Shauna on this well-deserved state recognition and wishes them the very best as they move forward in the national selection process!
The Illinois Elementary School Association (IESA) is honored to announce that Curtis Fischer-Oelschlaeger of Rockridge Junior High School (Music) and Shauna Segler of Dunlap Middle School (Speech) have been selected as the Illinois Outstanding Music Educator and Outstanding Speech Educator for the 2025-26 school year!
Both individuals are the middle school state-level winners and the national nominees for the NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations) Outstanding Educator Awards. This is the first year NFHS has recognized educators at the middle school level, with national winners to be announced later in the 2025-26 school year. Nominees for the NFHS Outstanding Educator Awards must exemplify the highest standards of ethical conduct and carry the endorsement of their respective state association. An NFHS awards committee reviews nominations and selects regional award winners.
Curtis Fischer-Oelschlaeger, known as "Mr. O" has been the heart of the Rockridge Music Program for 28 years. He has hosted contests for more than 20 years, served on the IESA Music Advisory Committee, and works closely with both elementary and high school music staff to create a thriving, cohesive program. His leadership has inspired students at every level and helped Rockridge Music become one of the premier programs in Illinois.
Shauna Segler, coach of the Dunlap Middle School Speech Team, has built one of the most inclusive and dynamic junior high speech programs in the state. Each year, she welcomes 80 to 100 students, fostering confidence, camaraderie, and communication skills. Beyond coaching, Shauna has hosted numerous contests, served as a judge, and presented at the IESA Speech Workshop.
The IESA congratulates Curtis and Shauna on this well-deserved state recognition and wishes them the very best as they move forward in the national selection process!
JH Boys Basketball:
7th grade:
Rockets 44
Alwood 8
8th grade:
Rockets 29
Alwood 26
TWO Stop Arm
Violations this afternoon. Two different bus stops, two different vehicles, both within 4 minutes of each other. Unbelievable. 🚔
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UuW8w9D-vKF7bmTGJz-n38IANzYNF11W/view?usp=drivesdk
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1co54Apz3xZpX7TknrM_EAgtUaKwiidZk/view?usp=drivesdk
JH GBB 7th Grade Results:
Rockridge 24
Kewanee Central 10
This afternoon on Turkey Hollow Road...these have got to STOP!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Gp8ug8jeNjlRxYd94xAU3f5ZCunpaKuY/view?usp=drivesdk
Congrats to Cullen Schwigen (1st Team-QB) and Ryan Lower (Honorable Mention- Linebaker/Offensive Line) for being named 2025 IHSFCA All-State.
